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Holy man and pupil on a terrace, by Unknown, paint, 1850

Holy man and pupil on a terrace

Unknown

1850

paint

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

Dominant colour

Overview

Holy man and pupil on a terrace is a 1850 paint by Unknown, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Who painted this?
Unknown
When & what style?
1850
Where can I see it?
Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This painting depicts two men sitting on a terrace, facing each other. The man on the left wears a white robe and a blue head covering, while the man on the right has a shaved head and a beard. They are both adorned with beaded necklaces and sit cross-legged on the floor. The background features a green wall with a blue sky above it, complete with white clouds and trees in the distance. The scene is set against a serene backdrop, with the two figures engaged in a quiet moment of interaction. The artist's use of color and composition creates a sense of calm and contemplation. For more information on the artist's technique, explore the world of chiaroscuro.

The story of this work

Overview

A large rectangular painting depicts a holy man and his pupil seated on a terrace. The work was left in the Indian Department in the mid-20th century by Mrs. G. Clark and was never retrieved.

Read the full account in the museum source.

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